Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to go toe-to-toe for the second time in 2024 this evening, with fight fans worldwide in for a treat.
Undefeated Ukrainian Usyk became the first fighter to hand Fury a loss across his otherwise flawless 16-year career to date, as he reigned supreme at the Kingdom Arena in Saudi Arabia in May. Usyk outscored the Englishman on the night to clinch a split-decision victory, the judges scoring the contest 115–112, 114–113 and 113–114 in his favour.
And thanks to his win, the 22-0 boxer from Simferopol became the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the world since Lennox Lewis’ in November 1999 – holding the WBA (Super), WBO, WBC, IBF and IBO titles simultaneously.
Both men have admitted that they’re searching for a finish leading into this evening’s bout at the very same venue in which they initially met seven months ago, with an evening jam-packed with action to look forward to.
But what time does the rematch of the decade get underway? And how can fight fans watch it across the UK? Here’s all you need to know ahead of tonight (December 21).
What time is Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 in the UK?
The Fury vs Usyk II event is expected to kick off from around 5pm UK time from the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. After an undercard filled to the brim with exciting fights, the main event is set for around 11pm UK time.
While organisers estimate that the fight should not start any later than this time, it could be brought forward depending on how quickly the undercard progresses.
Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are set to lock horns again on December 21 with the Brit attempting to avenge his defeat by the Ukrainian in May. Victory for Fury could also set up a huge domestic showdown with bitter rival Anthony Joshua next year
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DAZNHow to watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2
The event will be shown via DAZN pay-per-view, Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office in the UK. DAZN and TNT are showing the main event and the undercard for £24.99 each, while Sky Sports Box Office has it listed for £24.95.
For those on the go, fans will also be able to live stream the event via those providers. That can be done on the DAZN app, Sky Go and Discovery+ for TNT subscribers.